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Deals of the Hour / June 30, 2010, 8:12 pm

Storm Pushing More Oil Onto Gulf Beaches

Rough seas generated by Hurricane Alex pushed more oil from the massive spill onto Gulf Coast beaches Wednesday as cleanup vessels were sidelined by the faraway storm's ripple effects. The hurricane was churning coastal waters across the oil-affected region on the Gulf of Mexico. Six-foot waves and ... (Source: CBS 3 Philadelphia 2010-06-30T20:15:35Z)

Leighton signs new deal with Flyers

Goalie Michael Leighton is staying with the Philadelphia Flyers , signing a two-year deal worth $3.1 million Wednesday. Leighton, who would have been an unrestricted free agent at noon ET Thursday, will earn $1.5 million ... (Source: ESPN.com 2010-06-30T22:24:26Z)

World's largest oil skimmer heads to Gulf spill

NEW ORLEANS — With hurricane-whipped waves pushing more oil onto the Gulf of Mexico's once-white beaches, the government pinned its latest cleanup hopes Wednesday on a huge new piece of equipment: the world's largest ... (Source: San Jose Mercury News 2010-07-01T01:44:52Z)

Newest Staff Position At The Associated Press: Oil Spill Editor

From the AP : The Associated Press has named a veteran journalist who has covered wars, terrorism and political intrigue in more than two dozen countries to lead its ongoing coverage of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. Oil ... (Source: The Business Insider 2010-06-30T17:45:16Z)

Amazon purchases deal-a-day website Woot, signals interest in quirkier ways to reach ...

SAN FRANCISCO - Amazon.com Inc. has purchased deal-a-day website Woot.com. In a joke-laden message on the company blog, Woot CEO Matt Rutledge said the deal won't change how the site is run — "with a wall of ideas and ... (Source: Minneapolis Star Tribune 2010-06-30T23:50:20Z)

NKorea says it must bolster nuclear capability in new way to deal with 'hostile' US policy

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea threatened Monday to bolster its nuclear capability in a new — though unspecified — way to cope with what it says is a hostile U.S. policy and military threats amid tensions over the deadly sinking of a South Korean warship. The North's military also ... (Source: FOX News 2010-06-27T23:53:54Z)

Gulf claims administrator talks of 'tough' calls

Kenneth Feinberg, the administrator of a program set up to compensate Gulf oil spill victims, tells Congress that some of the claims he'll be asked to decide will involve tough calls. Rep. Vern Buchanan, a Florida Republican, told Feinberg he was worried about hotels and restaurants on his state's ... (Source: San Francisco Gate 2010-06-30T15:00:38Z)

Maybe Melo should get a bite of the Big Apple?

I'm reading blurbs that the Nuggets will trade Melo before they let him go to FA in 2011. If they can swing a three way deal with the Knicks and another team, I might be in a favor of it. Knicks want a marquee name and it appears King Lebron doesn't have NYC on his list. Wizards acquire Heinrich and ... (Source: Sporting News 2010-06-30T20:22:45Z)

Giant skimmer closes in on Gulf's mess

NEW ORLEANS — With hurricane-whipped waves pushing more oil onto the Gulf of Mexico's once-white beaches, the government pinned its latest cleanup hopes Wednesday on a huge new piece of equipment: the world's largest oil-skimming vessel. The Taiwanese-flagged former tanker named the "A Whale ... (Source: Standard-Times 2010-07-01T00:40:27Z)

With Purchase of Woot, a Daily Deal Site, Amazon Expands Its Inventory

Amazon.com , which sells millions of products, said Wednesday that it had agreed to buy Woot , a site that sells one item at a time. Woot is one of a cluster of unconventional shopping sites that have sprung up in the ... (Source: New York Times 2010-07-01T01:23:24Z)

Bradford believes he'll sign with Rams by training camp

CARLSBAD, Calif. -- St. Louis Rams quarterback Sam Bradford, the No. 1 overall pick in the 2010 draft, said he fully expects to be under contract in time to open training camp in late July. "At this point right now (agent Tom Condon) hasn't given me any indication that there's going to be any ... (Source: NFL 2010-07-01T01:09:05Z)

AP names editor to oversee oil spill coverage

The Associated Press has named a veteran journalist who has covered wars, terrorism and political intrigue in more than two dozen countries to lead its ongoing coverage of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill. Oil Spill Editor ... (Source: AP - msnbc.com 2010-06-30T16:19:22Z)

AP names Jerusalem bureau chief Gutkin to oversee ongoing Gulf oil spill coverage

ATLANTA (AP) — The Associated Press has named a veteran journalist who has covered wars, terrorism and political intrigue in more than two dozen countries to lead its ongoing coverage of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-06-30T16:19:22Z)

Nets Deal Yi Jianlian to Wizards, Declare War on Bulls

The invisible arms race continues unabated. The Nets have traded Yi Jianlian to the Wizards in exchange for Quinton Ross , according to Dave D'Alessandro of the Newark Star-Ledger , allowing New Jersey to open up another $3 million in cap space as the 2010 NBA free-agency period nears. The Nets are ... (Source: FanHouse 2010-06-29T18:00:46Z)

NFL: Middletown's Amari Spievey agrees to terms with Detroit Lions

ALLEN PARK, Mich. — The Detroit Lions have agreed to terms with former Xavier star and Middletown native, Amari Spievey, their third-round pick from Iowa. The team confirmed the agreement Wednesday without disclosing ... (Source: Middletown Press 2010-06-30T23:14:33Z)

Yi Traded To Wizards, Freeing Up More Cap Room For Nets

On Tuesday, the Nets traded Yi Jianlian to the Wizards for Quinton Ross, creating additional room under the salary cap. The Nets sent the Wizards cash in the deal. This opens up $3 million more salary cap room, leaving the team about $30 million under the cap. "This trade is a good opportunity to ... (Source: RealGM 2010-06-29T20:45:25Z)

Richard Jefferson Opts Out

Spurs swingman Richard Jefferson has opted out of the final year of his contract and will become a free agent. Spurs spokesman Tom James said the nine-year veteran informed the team Thursday. Jefferson was due to make ... (Source: Sactown Royalty 2010-07-01T01:01:55Z)

Flyers sign goalie Michael Leighton to 2-year deal, keeping him from free agency

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Flyers have signed goalie Michael Leighton to a two-year deal, keeping the playoff hero away from NHL free agency. Leighton stepped up during the postseason and helped the Flyers make a surprise ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-06-30T22:24:26Z)

Flyers sign G Leighton to 2-year deal

The Flyers have signed goalie Michael Leighton to a two-year deal, keeping the playoff hero away from NHL free agency.Leighton stepped up during the postseason and helped the Flyers make a surprise run to the Stanley Cup finals. He went 8-3 with a 2.56 goals-against average in 14 playoffs games and ... (Source: msnbc.com 2010-06-30T23:21:42Z)

Spurs' Jefferson to join free agent market

Spurs swingman Richard Jefferson has opted out of the final year of his contract and will become a free agent. Spurs spokesman Tom James said the nine-year veteran informed the team Thursday. Jefferson was due to make ... (Source: CBC Olympics 2010-07-01T00:54:46Z)

CKX signs new deal for its new chief executive

CKX Inc., parent of "American Idol" producer 19 Entertainment, has signed its new chief executive, Michael Ferrel, to a contract that runs through 2013. Ferrel, who succeeded CKX founder and Chief Executive Robert F.X. Sillerman, has signed a deal with a minimum base salary of $1 million per year ... (Source: Los Angeles Times 2010-06-27T23:53:54Z)

Elvis pictures reveal another side of The King

Memphis, Tennessee - Elvis Presley archivists have found three rare photographs dating back more than 50 years that show the young singer greeting fans at the gates of Graceland. Negatives of the photographs were discovered as archivists pored through a vast collection of documents from the office ... (Source: Tonight South Africa 2010-07-01T02:06:21Z)

JOE REINAGEL: Have we really seen the last of Richard Jefferson?

It was the news that most Spurs fans wanted to hear, Richard Jefferson has opted out of the final year of his contract. That happened on Wednesday and now Spurs Fans you are free of the scapegoat of the century, or are you? While Jefferson's decision was a surprise, don't be surprised if he winds up ... (Source: KENS 5 2010-07-01T02:27:49Z)

Archivists find 3 unpublished photos of young Elvis greeting fans at Graceland in 1957

MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Elvis Presley archivists have found three rare photos dating back more than 50 years that show the young singer greeting fans at the gates of Graceland. In this 1957 photo provided by Elvis Presley ... (Source: Canada East 2010-07-01T00:18:58Z)

Amazon to Acquire Deal-A-Day Pioneer Woot

Amazon has signed an agreement to purchase Woot.com for an undisclosed sum, according to a blog post by the latter company on Wednesday. The post stated that Woot will remain autonomous and will not be folded into the ... (Source: ClickZ 2010-07-01T02:06:21Z)

World's largest oil skimmer heads to Gulf spill for tests; hurricane churns coastal waters

The Taiwanese-flagged former tanker named the "A Whale" is the length of 3 1/2 football fields and stands 10 stories high. It just emerged from an extensive retrofitting to prepare it specifically for the Gulf, where ... (Source: Newser 2010-07-01T01:30:33Z)

Gulf claims administrator talks of 'tough' calls

(AP) WASHINGTON - Kenneth Feinberg, the administrator of a program set up to compensate Gulf oil spill victims, tells Congress that some of the claims he'll be asked to decide will involve tough calls. Rep. Vern Buchanan, a Florida Republican, told Feinberg he was worried about hotels and ... (Source: WNYT 2010-06-30T15:14:57Z)

NKorea wants both Koreas to probe ship sinking

Associated Press Writer= UNITED NATIONS (AP) — North Korea, which has vehemently denied accusations that it sank a South Korean warship, is calling for a new joint investigation by both Koreas "to verify objectively the truth of the incident." In a letter to the Security Council dated Tuesday and ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-07-01T02:13:30Z)

2 NKoreans get prison terms for assassination plot

Associated Press Writer= SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — A South Korean court sentenced two North Korean army majors to prison for plotting to assassinate a high-profile defector who once mentored North Korea's leader. The Seoul Central District Court handed out 10-year prison terms each to the men ... (Source: The Guardian 2010-07-01T01:44:52Z)

Lions, CB Spievey agree to terms on deal

ALLEN PARK, Mich. (AP) — The Detroit Lions have agreed to terms with cornerback Amari Spievey, their third-round pick from Iowa. The team confirmed the agreement Wednesday without disclosing terms. Amari, the 66th selection overall, was an All-Big Ten player who will get a chance to play ... (Source: Chicago Tribune 2010-06-30T22:24:26Z)

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